by Sean Lukasik | Dec 5, 2014 | Area Fun!, Best of Corning
I grew up in Buffalo. [You have to know that right away?for 2 reasons: the first is that I’m about to share some thoughts on?an outdoor event in Winter and my perspective (of snowfall, cold temperatures, etc.) may be different from yours; the second is that...
by Dave Rochelle | Sep 13, 2014 | Area Fun!, Food & Drink, Misc
When the sign first went up for the new place at 74 E. Market Street, we speculated on the meaning of the name Volo. ?Anyone who attended the grand opening last Friday would have a hard time arguing against the Urban Dictionary’s top definition: “a hot...
by Dave Rochelle | Aug 19, 2014 | Area Fun!, Best of Corning, Misc, Uncategorized
I know what you’re thinking (because I kinda was), “In the information age, when just about every bit of world knowledge is only fingertips away on my (insert device of choice here)? what could I possibly need anymore at a public library?” ?Before...
by Sean Lukasik | Jul 24, 2014 | Area Fun!, Community Voices, Food & Drink, Local Arts, Townie Turned Tourist
Parking in Corning has its limitations and frustrations, but one thing is for sure: when you’re parked on Market Street, you get two hours before needing to move to the next zone. I’ve always wondered what a visitor or tourist is able to accomplish in that...
by Sean Lukasik | Jul 22, 2014 | Local Trips, Misc, Uncategorized
Polish people have a lot of weird traditions. I’m very proud of my heritage, but it doesn’t come without a few head-scratchers. Each year on the day after Easter, known as “Smingus Dyngus” or simply “Dyngus Day,” it’s common...